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He could clearly "see" a phantom of an arm armor radiating an ominous red light, which he forcibly ripped from the depths of Hyoudou Issei's soul and then threw directly into the [Imaginary Space].
"It's done."
Zhou Ye remained calm and undisturbed.
"【The Crimson Dragon Emperor's Gauntlets】, acquired. What good is this thing in your hands other than satisfying your base desires and building a harem everywhere?"
He glanced at Hyoudou Issei, who was still grinning foolishly, without feeling the slightest bit of guilt.
"Without the Crimson Dragon Emperor's Gauntlets, let's see how you can still be so arrogant."
"Rias's crisis can also be seen as indirectly eliminating a potential source of trouble."
After doing all this, Zhou Ye continued walking forward with a normal expression.
Although Nami and Saeko Busujima sensed that their boss seemed to have paused for a moment, they didn't ask any further questions.
"Boss, class is about to start, let's hurry to the classroom!" Nami urged.
"Ah."
Zhou Ye responded and walked towards his classroom.
Zhou Ye pushed open the classroom door and immediately saw Kasumigaoka Utaha and Yotsuya Miko.
Both of them were sitting in their seats, but their expressions were different from usual.
Especially Yotsuya Miko, whose golden eyes burned with an unprecedented longing.
Last night's experience changed so much for her.
When she witnessed Zhou Ye and Nami easily defeat the evil spirit that had been troubling her for so long, and when the curse was completely removed from her body, the anger and resentment that had been suppressed deep within her for so long instantly erupted.
why?
Why does she have to be bullied by those low-level evil spirits?
Why does she have to spend every night in fear?
Why should her life and death be controlled by those wicked spirits?
Zhou Ye! No, boss!
Almost the instant Yotsuya Miko saw Zhou Ye, she stood up.
Zhou Ye was well-suited to cast a spell to dispel idlers and prevent outsiders from eavesdropping.
The students in Zhou Ye's class stood there, seemingly dazed.
Miko Yotsuya's voice trembled, but not with fear; rather, it was with excitement and urgency.
What happened last night... I want that power!
As soon as Yotsuya Miko finished speaking, Kasumigaoka Utaha turned her head, her beautiful eyes gleaming.
I see that what you said is right.
Kasumigaoka Utaha put down her fountain pen, her tone calm yet carrying an undeniable resolve.
Zhou Jun, no, I mean Boss, now that you've revealed the world of the mystical side, you can't expect us to still be able to live peacefully as ordinary people.
Nami listened and whistled:
Wow, it seems last night's shock education had a good effect.
Saeko Busujima watched the two with great interest, a slight smile playing on her lips:
It seems there are new people joining.
Zhou Ye slowly walked to his seat, put down his backpack, and did not answer immediately.
His gaze lingered on Miko Yotsuya and Utaha Kasumigaoka for a few seconds before he asked, "Are you sure?"
The power of the mystical side doesn't come for free.
I've already mentioned the cost.
Yotsuya Miko nodded without hesitation: I've thought about it! But compared to being at the mercy of others like this, I'd rather take the risk!
Her fists were clenched so tightly that her knuckles turned white:
Boss, you have no idea what it feels like to be tormented by evil spirits. Every night, I worry that I might suddenly die, or that I might be dragged to some strange place by those disgusting things!
I've had enough of that feeling of not being able to control my own life and death!
Utaha Kasumigaoka chimed in:
Me too. After witnessing true power, how could I possibly be content to remain a weak mortal?
Her tone carried a peculiar arrogance:
I am Kasumigaoka Utaha, and although I am an ordinary human, I also have the desire to become stronger.
Since this world possesses forces that transcend common sense, I must reach out to it and embrace it.
Looking at their resolute expressions, Zhou Ye felt a sense of relief.
At least they aren't the kind of useless people who back down when faced with difficulties.
well.
Zhou Ye nodded.
Since you are aware of this, I can give you a chance.
But let me make this clear: once you embark on this path, there's no turning back.
"Ok".
Chapter 109 Rias's Parents
The underworld, the mansion of Gremory.
In the dimly lit yet magnificent hall, a complex magic circle suddenly lit up. The magical light swirled for a moment before slowly dissipating, revealing Akeno Himejima. She held a list in her hand and was preparing to head to the family treasury.
"Akeno."
A deep, steady male voice rang out.
Rias's father, Geoticus Gremory, the current head of the Gremory family, and his wife, Vinerana Gremory, Rias's mother, were already standing not far away.
Geoticus had a dignified and imposing appearance. Vinilana, on the other hand, wore a magnificent purple dress, exuding elegance and grace, with a faint smile on her lips, but her beautiful eyes were sharp enough to see right through people.
Zhu Nai quickly bowed and greeted them: "Lord Geotix, Lady Vinilana."
Geoticus nodded slightly and asked directly, "How has Rias considered the engagement with the Phoenix family? It seems the Phoenix family is getting impatient with Riesel."
His tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable pressure.
Zhu Nai lowered his head and respectfully replied, "Master, Madam, regarding the marriage agreement, the Minister... does not intend to accept it."
“Oh?” Vinilana raised an eyebrow slightly, took two steps forward, and her skirt trailed softly on the floor.
"She decided to win the next ranking game through her own abilities in order to break off the engagement," Zhu Nai continued, her tone neither humble nor arrogant.
Geotix frowned. "Nonsense! Ranking games are not child's play. How is she going to deal with Riser Phoenix's phoenix bloodline?"
Vinella raised her hand and gently pressed her husband's arm, signaling him to calm down. She looked at Akeno, her voice soft yet probing: "It's a good thing that Rias has suddenly made such a decision. Could it be... that she has received some particularly outstanding familiar? For example, a powerful soldier or a castle?"
She emphasized the word "excellent." As a mother, she naturally kept a close eye on her daughter's movements, including who her daughter had recently been in contact with. She had heard of that person named Zhou Ye.
Zhu Nai felt a chill run down her spine, but her face remained impassive: "That's not the case, Madam. The Minister hasn't taken on any new family members recently."
She paused, carefully choosing her words: "However, the minister... has been inspired and has also had a small stroke of luck. Therefore, she intends to rely entirely on her own strength, the destructive power of the Gremory family, to achieve victory honorably."
“Inspiration? Chance?” Geoticus’s tone was skeptical.
"What kind of inspiration led to such a dramatic change in her? And what was the opportune moment?"
Vinilana kept her eyes fixed on Juno, not missing a single change in her expression.
Zhu Nai lowered her head slightly, avoiding the scrutinizing gaze: "The opportunity was provided by a former friend, which allowed her to greatly improve her control and use of her own magic in a short period of time. As for the inspiration... it was that friend's advice to the minister that true victory and undeniable glory must be earned by her own hands, rather than relying on external forces."
"Hmph, friend?"
Geotix snorted coldly.
"What kind of friend dares to interfere in the affairs of the Gremory family?"
"Master, calm down."
Zhu Nai quickly replied,
"That friend meant no harm; he simply hoped that the minister could truly grow and mature."
"Ha ha……"
Vinilana suddenly chuckled, stepped forward, and affectionately took Juno's hand, patting it gently.
"It's always good to have confidence. As a mother, I'm very gratified that Rias thinks this way."
Her smile was warm, but her eyes held a strange undertone.
“Go back and tell Rias that I said so,” Vinilana said, her tone becoming serious.
"As long as she can defeat Riesel Phoenix fair and square in the ranked games, then I, as her mother, will take care of all the remaining troubles and controversies for her!"
"Whether it's the Phoenix family's reputation or the gossip of other nobles, I will handle it all. The Gremory family will acknowledge the freedom she earned through her own strength!"
Feeling the strength in Vinilana's words, Zhu Nai felt a surge of warmth in her heart and breathed a sigh of relief: "Yes, Madam! I will definitely convey your words to the Minister!"
"Okay, go ahead. Prepare all the materials Rias needs. Make sure she has no worries." Vinerana waved her hand.
"Yes, Madam, Master." Zhu Nai bowed again, then hurriedly activated the magic circle and left with the list and materials prepared by the servants.
The light from the magic circle dimmed completely, and silence returned to the hall.
Vinilana's smile slowly faded as she turned to look at her husband, Geoticus, who had remained silent.
"Honey."
Her voice calmed down, but it carried a greater degree of seriousness than before.
Geotix looked at his wife, waiting for her to continue.
"It seems that our little Rias has really fallen for that human named Zhou Ye."